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About us Rural King is America's Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves over 130 locations across 13 states and is constantly expanding. Our annual sales exceed $2.5 Billion, and our heart beats in Mattoon, IL, home to our corporate office, distribution center, and flagship store. One thing our customers appreciate is our unique shopping experience, complete with complimentary popcorn and coffee. It's just one way we show our appreciation for their support. At Rural King, we value our associates and strive to create a positive, rewarding workplace. We offer growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a people-first environment where dedicated individuals come together to serve rural communities passionately. Join us, and you'll find not just a job but a chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a difference in the lives of those we serve. How we reward you 401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2% Healthcare plans to support your needs Virtual doctor visits Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic's Complex Care Program 15% Associate Discount Dave Ramsey's SmartDollar Program Associate Assistance Program RK Cares Associate Hardship Program 24/7 Chaplaincy Services Company paid YMCA Family Membership What You'll Do The Technical Business Analyst will support Rural King's omni-channel initiatives by connecting business requirements with technical execution across digital, retail, and operational platforms. This role ensures seamless integration between systems that power Rural King's unified customer experience, from e-commerce and in-store operations to order management and data platforms. Gather and document both business and technical requirements supporting omni-channel projects. Develop detailed technical documentation, data flows, and integration specifications for systems across retail and digital channels. Partner with architects, developers, and QA teams to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions. Manage Jira boards, user stories, and sprints to maintain project alignment and transparency. Support QA and UAT by writing test cases, validating system functionality, and coordinating feedback cycles. Analyze data from multiple systems to identify integration challenges and optimization opportunities. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes across online, in-store, and fulfillment systems. Work closely with teams using HCL Commerce, IBM Sterling OMS, Akeneo PIM, and other enterprise platforms to ensure cohesive operations. Use discretion and independent judgment in daily decisions while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism. Actively participate in learning initiatives offered such as training programs, workshops, and webinars. Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments. Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively. Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural King's Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement. Perform other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities No Essential Qualities for Success 3-5 years of experience as a Technical Business Analyst in omni-channel, retail, or enterprise IT environments Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and Jira project tracking. Proven experience documenting integrations and technical workflows across multiple systems. Familiarity with platforms such as HCL Commerce, IBM Sterling OMS, Akeneo PIM, and related technologies. Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and technical communication skills. Ability to bridge technical details with business priorities to support end-to-end customer experiences. Organized, proactive, and capable of driving clarity across complex systems. Ability to effectively resolve conflicts and address challenges that may arise in relationships. Ability to identify and addressing deviations from an established process. Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable to changing priorities. Physical Requirements Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations. Ability to navigate and access all facilities. Skill to effectively communicate verbally with others, both in-person and via electronic devices. Close vision for computer-related activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The pay range for this position is $83,250 - $110,000 annualized and is bonus eligible. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as relevant geographic location, education, certifications, experience, job level, shift, and organizational needs. To learn more about our benefits, review here We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We use E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired associates. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit *********************

Analyst, Data Analytics | Institutional Real Estate Investment Firm We are working with a leading real estate investment firm that is looking for an Analyst to join their Data Science group, and help play a key role in driving/generating actionable insights across an institutional-grade portfolio of assets, which is part of our client's multibillion-dollar portfolio of diversified real estate holdings throughout the US. This role will combine strategic thinking and advanced analytics to identify opportunities firmwide, and focus on managing data pipelines, creating/refining in-house models, developing controls and workflows, all while engaging with internal and external stakeholders. Our client is an industry leader that continues to raise capital, deploy capital, and outperform its peers year-over-year, and this would be an opportunity to be a part of that growth. Experience: Bachelor's degree in Analytics, Engineering, Statistics, or related, from a top-tier university 3+ years of experience in data engineering, BI, analytics, or related Proficiency in Python, SQL, Power BI, Excel and data visualization Experience employing predictive analytics and forecasting KPIs, in a cross-functional environment If this sounds like you, please apply, and/or reach out to Alex, at ************************.

A leading investment consulting firm in San Francisco seeks a hedge fund investment analyst to conduct research and monitor hedge fund performance. The candidate will collaborate with a team to provide insights into hedge fund strategies and assist in presentations to clients. An ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in finance or a related field, along with two years of related experience. A commitment to strong communication and client relationships is essential. #J-18808-Ljbffr

D365 F&O Data Analyst - D365 F&O, Dynamics365 F&O, D365 Finance & Operations, Dynamics365 Finance & Operations, D365, Dynamics365, F&SCM, Finance & Supply Chain Management, Data Analyst, Data Lead, Data Modelling, Data Mapping, Data Entities, SQL, ETL, ELT, Azure Data Factory, ADF, SSIS - $100-110ph W2 - Chicago Our Microsoft Partner client is seeking a D365 F&O Data Analyst to assist them with a client project in Illinois. The role will typically involve 3 days per week on-site near Chicago. This role requires strong experience in data analysis and exceptional communication skills to ensure clean, accurate, and timely data migration that adheres to D365 best practices. This is a W2 contract role, C2C is not available. Candidates must be US citizens or green card holders. Responsibilities: Source-to-Target Mapping: Conduct deep analysis of data residing in various legacy systems, defining precise mapping rules to fit the D365 F&O data entities and structures. Data Profiling & Quality: Proactively profile source data to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and quality issues. Collaborate with business owners to define and implement necessary data cleansing rules before migration. Pipeline Construction: Design, build, and maintain robust data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) pipelines using tools such as SQL, Azure Data Factory (ADF), SSIS, or Power Query to move data into the D365 staging environments. Validation & Reconciliation: Develop rigorous data validation routines and reconciliation reports to ensure all data is accurately migrated and financial/operational totals match between source and D365. Performance Optimization: Optimize queries and pipelines for efficiency and speed to support multiple migration cycles and large data volumes. Required Skills & Experience: Technical Data Skills: Expert-level proficiency in SQL (writing complex queries, stored procedures, and performing performance tuning). ETL/Pipeline Tools: Proven experience designing and implementing ETL/ELT pipelines using tools like Azure Data Factory, SSIS, or similar platforms. Data Modeling & Analysis: Strong experience in data profiling, data cleansing, and data modeling concepts. Proactive & Independent: Demonstrated ability to independently investigate complex data issues, anticipate risks, and drive solutions forward without continuous direction. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical issues and data quality risks clearly to all levels of the organization. Program Experience: Prior experience working within large-scale ERP implementation or system migration programs. Location: Chicago Candidates must be eligible to work in this country. Catch Resource Management is a leading provider of Dynamics 365, JD Edwards, NetSuite, EPM and other ERP resources to both end users and to product suppliers/authors. Our consultants deliver a completely professional resourcing service, always backed up by our team of ERP specialists who are all experienced in full project life cycle implementation and support, thus ensuring that we fully understand our clients' requirements and our candidates' skills. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this position we would welcome your application, however please note that we receive high levels of responses to our advertisements so can only immediately respond to those that are a close match. However, if you are interested in hearing about similar positions then please register on our website: *******************

A healthcare technology company is seeking a Director of Data, BI & AI to define and execute its enterprise data and analytics strategy. The role includes overseeing data governance, leading a multidisciplinary team, and driving AI initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data analytics and leadership. This position offers a salary range of $151,129 - $225,147 and various employee benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Collateralized Debt Obligation (CDO) and Global Structured Finance (GSF) groups are specialized divisions that provide services for structured finance vehicles issuing both debt and equity liabilities. The proceeds from these issuances are used to acquire a diversified portfolio of collateral, such as syndicated bank loans, corporate bonds, asset-backed securities (ABS), mortgage-backed securities (MBS), commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS), and mezzanine debt. These services include trust reporting, which requires review of deal documents, establishing cashflow priorities, collecting periodic asset activity data, reporting to bondholders, and, when required, trust tax reporting. Experience with CDO Suite is required. Essential Functions: Read and interpret trust indentures to determine reporting requirements. Develop technical report specifications based on indenture language. Set up payment calculations in various internal systems. Receive, map, and reconcile periodic collateral data. Make tax elections, file for EINs, and track residual holder transfers, as needed. Perform portfolio compliance tests on selected structured fixed income deals (trade testing), as required. Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual payment and/or tax reports. Coordinate with operations teams to ensure accurate and timely payments are received and made. Perform quality control reviews of reports, meeting timeliness and accuracy standards. Frequently interact with asset managers, investors, auditors, and rating agencies. The salary range for this position is $30/hr to $50/hr. Benefits available to contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k)plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

We are partnering with a well-respected local commercial bank in Elgin, IL that is seeking an Operations Analyst to join its on-site team. This is an excellent opportunity for a banking professional who enjoys working in a close-knit environment and wants hands-on exposure to bank operations, regulatory reporting, and financial reporting at a community-focused institution. Key Responsibilities Support daily bank operations with a strong focus on accuracy, controls, and efficiency Prepare, review, and assist with Federal Reserve and other regulatory reporting Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial, operational, and management reports Partner with accounting, finance, and operations teams to ensure data integrity and compliance Identify opportunities to improve operational processes and reporting workflows Support internal audits, regulatory exams, and compliance-related requests Participate in special projects and ad hoc analysis as needed Qualifications 2-10 years of experience in banking or financial services Background in bank operations, regulatory reporting, or financial reporting Familiarity with FED reporting requirements Solid understanding of financial statements and banking data Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational abilities Comfortable working on-site in a collaborative, small-bank environment Additional Experience That's a Plus Prior accounting experience (public accounting or industry) Experience working at a commercial or community bank Exposure to regulatory exams or audits Advanced Excel or reporting system experience Why This Opportunity Join a highly regarded local bank with strong community roots On-site role within a close-knit team Broad, hands-on exposure across operations, reporting, and finance Stable organization with a collaborative and professional culture If you are interested in this opportunity or other banking opportunities we encourage you to apply today!

About the Company We are seeking an analytical and detail-oriented SEO Analyst to join a dynamic eCommerce team. This role focuses on improving organic search visibility and driving traffic across multiple devices. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative problem-solver with strong communication skills and a passion for optimizing content and user experience. About the Role We are seeking an analytical and detail-oriented SEO Analyst to join a dynamic eCommerce team. This role focuses on improving organic search visibility and driving traffic across multiple devices. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative problem-solver with strong communication skills and a passion for optimizing content and user experience. Responsibilities Build, format, and upload content in CMS, ensuring adherence to SEO best practices Create and update SEO-friendly content using AI tools and keyword research Optimize titles, meta descriptions, headers, URLs, and on-page elements Generate and maintain SEO performance reports using analytics platforms Conduct competitive analysis and research beauty trends Collaborate with merchandising and marketing teams to align content with business goals Support technical SEO initiatives and assist with related projects Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field Required Skills Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with Search Engine Optimization, including keyword research, on-page optimization, and performance reporting Proficiency with tools such as Google Search Console, Adobe Analytics (or similar), and Excel for data analysis and reporting Familiarity with CMS platforms, SEO tools (e.g., Conductor, BrightEdge, SEMrush, seo Clarity), and ability to optimize content for search engines and users Preferred Skills Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Comfortable collaborating across teams (creative, merchandising, IT) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience with AI content tools (e.g., Jasper) and job ticketing systems (e.g., Jira, Asana, Monday.com) Interest in beauty, fashion, or related industries Knowledge of conversion rate optimization or UX principles Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Pay range and compensation package Duration: 6 months Hours per Week: Approximately 40 hours Location Requirements: Hybrid in Bolingbrook, IL Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.

A leading marketing agency is seeking a Junior Programmatic Analyst to support campaign management activities, including optimization and performance reporting. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of media buying experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth, with a focus on teamwork and innovative ideas. The agency is committed to an inclusive culture with robust benefits, including medical and tuition reimbursement. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are partnering with a fast-growing national law firm with offices in downtown Chicago to find a Recruiting Analyst. This position will support the recruiting department and serve as the systems specialist to their busy team. This role is perfect for a tech focused recruiting professional who is excited to ensure the recruiting team is meeting and exceeding industry standards through data-driven strategies and processes. This is a hybrid position with 3 days in office. Responsibilities: Manage recruiting platforms by inputting data, maintaining the ATS, and running reports for team leaders. Create visual dashboards to analyze data, identify hiring trends, and keep team informed of attorney hiring pipeline. Work with leadership to identify opportunities to streamline processes and systems. Partner with the Director of Recruiting and team members to utilize data to create recruiting strategies and benchmarks. Train users on systems and future updates, creating SOPs for company-wide usage, and implementing new processes as needed. Requirements: Bachelor's degree required. 4+ years of experience in a professional services environment, with a focus on data driven support. Strong understand of recruiting cycles and how to leverage data to track performance and create strategies. Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data visualization tools. Experience utilizing VI Recruit or similar Applicant Tracking Systems.

Immediate need for a talented Performance Attribution Analyst. This is a 06+ Months opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Chicago, IL(Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested. Job ID: 25-94642 Pay Range: $40 - $40.63/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location). Key Responsibilities. Delivers composite data requests from key stakeholders and is responsible for maintaining compliant presentations for various business units as well as prospective clients and current clients. Performs analysis related to cash flow tracking and risk exposure for portfolio products. Analyzes data related to quarterly oversight meetings, statistical analysis, outlier analysis, assets under management (AUM) reporting, and peer universe rankings. Ensures the accuracy of investment-related composite data. Analyzes performance criteria and risk of funds to uncover potential problems. Participates in the annual verification process across the various affiliates. Prepares performance reports for required corporate governance and oversight committee meetings. Maintains and develops policies and methodologies, in compliance with the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS) standards. Produce recurring and ad hoc reporting to support a broad array of business requirements and use cases Support reporting needs across asset classes (equity, fixed income, and alternatives) encompassing investment performance, attribution, characteristics and risk statistics Calculate, review and explain performance results Directly support front office investment teams by creating decision-useful reports to provide insights into their investment decisions and performance Investigate anomalies in performance and find solutions to align results across platforms Maintain performance measurement and analytic systems for calculation of portfolio returns and statistics Serve as subject matter expert on fundamental performance concepts Assist in the development, automation, and enhancement of performance reports Build and maintain constructive working relationships with internal stakeholders Escalate risks promptly and participate in resolution actions Contribute to the upkeep of procedural documentation Identify improvements to create scale, reduce risk and add value Participate in cross-functional working groups and project teams Support a productive, satisfying team environment consistent with Nuveen's culture and ethics principles Key Requirements and Technology Experience: Key skills; - Performance calculation Eagle PACE Bloomberg PORT FactSet University (Degree) Preferred Work Experience 2+ Years Required; 3+ Years Preferred Physical Requirements Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work Career Level 6IC. 2+ years of experience in performance calculation, attribution, reporting and analysis functions Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Experience using Eagle PACE, Bloomberg PORT, and/or FactSet performance calculation and reporting capabilities Experience utilizing SQL, R, or Python preferred CIPM Preferred CFA Preferred Our client is a leading Insurance Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration. Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. By applying to our jobs you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Pyramid Consulting, Inc. and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here.

Zurich North America is hiring a UA Analyst - Middle Market to join our team in our Chicago, IL, Schaumburg HQ or Overland Park, KS office. This role offers an opportunity to apply and strengthen your research and analytical skills while supporting Loss Sensitive underwriters across multiple lines of business with varying levels of complexity. While this role is located at our Chicago, IL, Schaumburg HQ or Overland Park, KS office, this position follows a hybrid schedule with 3 in‑office days per week. You will work with your manager to set a flexible schedule that supports both you and our Middle Market team. Responsibilities Analyze risk exposures by reviewing risk controls, loss history, financial condition, and other key information to support underwriting decisions regarding submission acceptance or declination. May execute underwriting actions within established risk appetite. Assist underwriters by evaluating and recommending inputs related to policy rating, pricing, policy construction, coverages, exclusions, and required forms to ensure accurate quoting and issuance. Execute tasks according to standard operating procedures (SOPs). Proactively identify information needs, seeking alternative and relevant data sources through underwriting tools to improve risk understanding. Track contingencies, issue binders and endorsements, invoice as needed, and coordinate with internal service units (e.g., rating, billing). Maintain electronic file documentation, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and audit‑ready condition. Lead account servicing activities-both independently and in partnership with underwriters-for new business, renewals, and endorsements on more complex accounts. Engage with brokers, agents, distributors, and customers, conducting planned and well‑prepared interactions and on‑site visits related to servicing matters. Build strong working relationships across internal teams and with broker partners. Support and mentor team members by providing coaching, problem‑solving assistance on complex transactions, and context behind solutions to aid development. Participate in special projects as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience in Insurance, Underwriting, or Market Facing OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice (with Associates Degree) and 2+ years of experience OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of experience in Insurance, Underwriting, or Market Facing AND Knowledge of the insurance industry and regulatory environment Experience in data collection and analysis Experience with insurance processing, rating, and policy management systems Problem‑solving experience Experience servicing portfolios across multiple lines of business Proficiency with Microsoft Office Preferred Qualifications Agility and adaptability Strong critical, conceptual, and abstract thinking skills Broad insurance industry knowledge, including philosophy and techniques Foundational understanding of coverage and rating concepts, rating plans, and regulations for Loss Sensitive programs High attention to detail for data preparation, data hygiene, and initial risk analysis Strong communication (verbal/written) and active listening skills Working knowledge of insurance processing, rating, and policy systems Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $53,400.00 - $87,500.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. Learn more about Total Rewards here . At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500 . Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM - Chicago, AM - Overland Park, AM - Schaumburg Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-JR1 #LI-ASSOCIATE #LI-HYBRID #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are seeking a Systems Analyst to support sales and finance systems for consumer packaged goods teams. This is a contract role for candidates who reside within commuting distance of Chicago, Illinois or Bentonville, Arkansas. Key Responsibilities Support and troubleshoot finance and sales systems, including data management and reporting Analyze data to provide insights for sales and trade promotion initiatives Develop and maintain reports and dashboards using Power BI and Microsoft Excel Collaborate with sales, finance, and cross-functional teams Assist with trade promotion and revenue management processes Contribute to system enhancements, process improvements, and analytics initiatives Qualifications Bachelor's degree 3-5 years of professional experience Strong systems and data troubleshooting skills Proficiency in Power BI and Microsoft Excel Experience in data analytics Excellent organization, communication, and teamwork skills Experience working with consumer packaged goods sales teams is a plus Preferred: Experience with trade promotion management systems, revenue management, trade funds, or trade promotions

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Hadoop Engineer Hadoop Engineer Contract Duration: Long Term Contract Job Description: Hadoop Engineer (SME) role supporting NextGen Platforms built around Big Data Technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, Impala, Hbase, Docker-Container, Ansible and many more). Requires experience in cluster management of vendor-based Hadoop and Data Science (AI/ML) products like Cloudera, Databricks, Snowflake, Talend, Greenfield, ELK, KPMG Ignite etc. Hadoop Engineer is involved in the full life cycle of an application and part of an agile development process. They require the ability to interact, develop, engineer, and communicate collaboratively at the highest technical levels with clients, development teams, vendors and other partners. The following section is intended to serve as a general guideline for each relative dimension of project complexity, responsibility and education/experience within this role. Works on complex, major or highly visible tasks in support of multiple projects that require multiple areas of expertise. Team member will be expected to provide subject matter expertise in managing Hadoop and Data Science Platform operations with focus around Cloudera Hadoop, Jupyter Notebook, OpenShift, Docker-Container Cluster Management and Administration. Integrates solutions with other applications and platforms outside the framework. He / She will be responsible for managing platform operations across all environments which includes upgrades, bug fixes, deployments, metrics / monitoring for resolution and forecasting, disaster recovery, incident / problem / capacity management. Serves as a liaison between client partners and vendors in coordination with project managers to provide technical solutions that address user needs. Hadoop, Kafka, Spark, Impala, Hive, Hbase etc. Strong knowledge of Hadoop Architecture, HDFS, Hadoop Cluster and Hadoop Administrator's role. Intimate knowledge of fully integrated AD/Kerberos authentication. Experience setting up optimum cluster configurations. Debugging knowledge of YARN. Hands‑on with analyzing various Hadoop log files, compression, encoding, file formats. Expert level knowledge of Cloudera Hadoop components such as HDFS, Sentry, HBase, Kafka, Impala, SOLR, Hue, Spark, Hive, YARN, Zookeeper and Postgres. Strong technical knowledge: Unix/Linux; Database (Sybase/SQL/Oracle), Java, Python, Perl, Shell scripting, Infrastructure. Experience in Monitoring Alerting, and Job Scheduling Systems. Being comfortable with frequent, incremental code testing and deployment. Strong grasp of automation / DevOps tools - Ansible, Jenkins, SVN, Bitbucket. Experience working on Big Data Technologies. Cloudera Admin Dev Certification. Certification in Cloud, Docker-Container, OpenShift Technologies. The ideal candidate will have: Hadoop, Kafka, Spark, Cloudera and OpenShift Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible. We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW. Thank you! Prashant Saurav (+1) ************ *********************************** PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS: Pay Range*: $65.00 - $70.00 per hour *Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre‑paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP). ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields. Recent Recognitions: Named One of America's Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024 Named One of the Best Companies to Work for by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025) One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024) One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics) Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023) One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024) AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications Website: ******************************** Innova Solutions offers a referral bonus for qualified Ambassadors who refer eligible referrals. Submit referrals at ************************************************************** and earn $250-$1,000 per referral. Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist you with job search or application for employment, please contact us at ********************** or **************. Please indicate the specifics of the accommodation needed. Innova Solutions encourages all engaged and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. 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Title: AI & IT Solutions Analyst Reports to: Director of Information Technology Department: Information Technology Classification: Salary (Exempt) Division: Corporate Date The AI & IT Solutions Analyst plays a critical, foundational role in designing, deploying, and supporting the company's enterprise AI ecosystem. This includes establishing secure environments for AI, developing retrieval-based tools, integrating corporate data sources, implementing governance and monitoring, and supporting AI adoption across all departments. The position directly supports the enterprise AI roadmap, beginning in 2026, and ensures that W.R. MEADOWS can safely utilize AI to improve productivity, operations, quality, research, decision-making, and customer value - while protecting intellectual property, formulations, and confidential data. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: AI Architecture & Infrastructure (Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3) - Assist in designing and implementing secure AI environments across multiple tiers, including productivity AI, internal confidential AI applications, and highly isolated R&D AI systems. - Configure secure access controls, data boundaries, isolated environments, and protected compute spaces for sensitive workloads. - Establish and maintain AI infrastructure components required for retrieval, automation, and departmental use cases. Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) & Data Engineering - Build and maintain retrieval pipelines that enable AI tools to securely access company policies, SOPs, QC data, operational documents, and R&D information as permitted. - Integrate structured and unstructured data from internal systems such as ERP, WMS, SharePoint/document libraries, R&D repositories, QC systems, CRM, and file-based storage. - Prepare, clean, transform, and index data needed for AI-assisted workflows. - Maintain vector search, embeddings, or similar retrieval strategies depending on chosen platform. AI Application & Workflow Development - Develop internal AI-powered tools that enhance decision-making, automate tasks, support data lookup, and streamline quality, engineering, HR, operations, R&D, and customer service workflows. - Prototype and test new AI use cases, helping departments understand and apply AI safely and effectively. - Contribute to tool deployment, feedback cycles, and ongoing iteration. Governance, Security & Compliance - Support enterprise AI governance, including data classification, access control, risk evaluation, and documentation. - Implement monitoring, performance tracking, safety controls, and audit logs appropriate to the chosen AI technologies. - Ensure confidential and proprietary information (formulations, research data, manufacturing processes) is protected within the designated AI environments. - Assist with training on safe, compliant AI usage across the organization. Cross-Department Support & Adoption - Work with internal departments (QC, Engineering, R&D, HR, Logistics, Customer Service, etc.) to identify high-value use cases and help implement AI capabilities. - Provide guidance, demonstrations, and user training as AI tools are deployed. - Troubleshoot AI-related issues including data integration, retrieval accuracy, and workflow automation. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience. - Experience working with modern AI technologies, large language models, and AI application frameworks. - Experience with RAG concepts, vector search, embeddings, or related retrieval methods. - Hands-on experience with APIs, automation platforms, and scripting (Python preferred but not required). - Familiarity with cloud or on-premises environments for secure data storage and compute. - Understanding of enterprise data protection, access control, and governance principles. - Strong analytical ability and excellent communication skills. Preferred Qualifications - Experience in manufacturing or scientific/technical environments. - Familiarity with enterprise systems relevant to W.R. MEADOWS (ERP, WMS, QC tools, formulation systems). - Experience implementing secure or restricted-access systems. - Prior involvement in AI governance, data pipelines, or model evaluation. Key Competencies - Ability to translate business needs into technical AI solutions. - High level of discretion and commitment to protecting intellectual property. - Strong collaboration skills across departments. - Ability to work independently, managing complex AI and data workloads. - Willingness to stay current with rapidly evolving AI technologies. WORK CONDITIONS - Full-time - Occasional after-hours support may be required. - Travel may be required. - May involve moderate physical tasks (e.g., equipment setup or evaluation). - Participation in meetings, testing sessions, and hands-on implementations.

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Supply Chain Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will be instrumental in optimizing our supply chain processes through data analysis and process improvement initiatives. You will collaborate cross-functionally to maintain optimal inventory levels, improve forecast accuracy, and ensure a 99% fill rate for VMI sites. Company At Land O'Frost, our brands of lunchmeat, hot dogs and specialty sausage products are recognized as one of the nation's best-selling and trusted brands. We have accomplished this through our incredible team of employees who are customer focused, motivated, achievers, developers, and purpose driven. How YOU Will Contribute Develop and maintain forecasts for Kroger DCs and new VMI customers. Support demand planning activities, with a focus on Lansing forecasting. Collaborate with VMI Planner, Order Entry, Traffic, Sales, and Warehouse teams to achieve inventory and service level goals. Participate in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings. Assist in building AI-driven solutions for Demand Planning and S&OP reporting. Work with Sales to refine forecasts in the TPM system. Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all planning processes and customer-specific requirements. Identify underperforming areas in the supply chain and recommend improvements. Monitor inventory transfers from RLS to Searcy for Conventional Channel orders. Ensure timely entry of purchase requisitions into Demand Planning. Serve as backup for inventory obsolescence process, including weekly reporting and coordination of secondary sales offerings. Gather and analyze supply chain data to improve operational efficiency. Generate and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly metrics related to demand planning, inventory management, and service levels. Maintain and improve KPIs such as service level, forecast accuracy, and forecast bias. Assist in building AI-based Demand Planning and S&OP reports. About YOU Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. 3+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics. Experience with ERP systems such as IFS ERP, SAP ERP or Oracle EBS is highly desirable. Strong proficiency in data analysis tools like Tableau, Power BI, SQL, and Excel. Knowledge of supply chain concepts including MRP (Material Requirements Planning), demand planning, procurement, and inventory management. Familiarity with process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement practices. Familiarity with AI or advanced analytics in supply chain planning is a plus. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to perform root cause analysis effectively.

Company: Crist Kolder is a premier, high-end executive search firm. We impact corporate America by partnering with companies in recruiting new executives for their leadership teams. Typically, we are engaged to recruit CEOs, CFOs, COOs and Board Members. Our client portfolio is a diverse mix, including Fortune 500 companies, private equity firms, family-owned companies, and pre-IPO entities. Recent clients include Discover, Campbell's, Bumble, Airbnb, CDW, Pentair, Foot Locker, PayPal, General Electric, Kohler, Intel, Medtronic, Macy's, Fiserv, Caterpillar, Five Below, Shutterfly, Spanx, and UPS. Research Analyst Internship Position: During the 12-week in-person internship with the Firm, the Research Analyst's primary focus will be to execute a major project, known as the Crist|Kolder Volatility Report. This annual research study examines the volatility of movement at the CEO, COO, and CFO levels of the top publicly traded and privately held companies in the United States. Each year, this report consistently garners press from such publications as The Wall Street Journal , Business Week , Forbes, The Economist, and the Financial Times . The most recent addition of the Crist|Kolder Volatility Report can be found at: ******************* Crist|Kolder Associates has welcomed two undergraduate Research Analyst Interns every summer since the inception of the Firm. We are looking for students entering their Senior year of undergrad, the fall semester of 2027. We expect them to be engaged from early June until they return to school in August. We also require our interns to return during Christmas break for a few days to complete the project. Furthermore, the Research Interns will work on additional projects over the course of their internship, including: Analyzing industry trends and building the firm's knowledge about particular industries, companies, and executives Monitoring recent market developments affecting companies and key executives The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies: Ability to be in office five days a week in Downers Grove, Illinois; Working towards a bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, data analytics or economics; A demonstrated record of academic achievement; Strong research skills and the ability to navigate various research databases; Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail; Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Pivot Table and VBA knowledge strongly desired; Outstanding project management skills and ability to partner with fellow intern; Intellectual curiosity and iterative work style; A mature and professional demeanor; Strong communication skills; We welcome qualified, interested candidates to share, with us, their resume. We will only review resumes from individuals who live in the Chicagoland area, as we do not offer housing.

***Finance Analyst*** ***Onsite in North Aurora, IL - 60542*** MUST HAVE: Strong manufacturing finance experience. Cost accounting exposure. About the role: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Finance Analyst to join our finance team in a dynamic industrial manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a professional with finance experience supporting manufacturing operations and who also possesses a strong understanding of accounting principles. The Senior Finance Analyst will serve as a key liaison between business operations and the corporate finance team (accounting, finance, and shared services), taking ownership of forecasting, reporting, and financial process understanding and documentation as well as hands-on collaboration with operation and sales to help drive profitability. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a driven personality, capable of working independently while contributing to cross-functional collaboration. This position offers significant growth potential for individuals looking to advance their career in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting. Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Compliance: Support the Corporate Accounting team with month-end close procedures (e.g., accruals review, freight analysis, etc…) and assist in balance sheet and P&L review throughout the close process to ensure accuracy. Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies. Support internal and external audits with documentation and analysis as needed. Assist in month-end and year-end close processes. Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Support: Analyze production costs, inventory valuation, and cost variances. Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to optimize cost efficiency. Monitor work-in-progress (WIP), raw materials, and finished goods inventory. Perform detailed margin analysis utilizing ERP data and Power BI aggregations. Prepare variance analysis and review with finance, operations, engineering, and sales teams to help drive profitable decision-making. Forecasting & Business Support: Support the finance function to help prepare monthly reporting and assist in conducting thoughtful analysis of results. Lead the preparation of weekly, monthly, and quarterly business reporting packages. Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a liaison between accounting, finance, sales, and operational teams. Participate in cross-functional initiatives such as ERP upgrades and process improvements. Support business unit leaders with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting. Team Leadership & Development: Collaborate with the corporate accounting team and shared services group and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement across teams within the brand and beyond. Share best practices across departments and support knowledge transfer. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 3-5 years of progressive accounting and/or finance experience. Experience in industrial manufacturing or with manufacturing clients during public accounting tenure with a strong underpinning in cost accounting principles for manufacturing. Strong understanding of GAAP, cost accounting, and financial planning. Proficiency in ERP systems (currently using Infor VISUAL and CSI/SyteLine), Microsoft 365, Planful and Power BI. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

+ Support Client's Public Sector in providing modern IT infrastructure to US Federal, State and Local governments. + Client's Public Sector brings the magic to the mission of governments. With powerful technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), advanced analytics, and security offerings, decision makers can streamline processes and improve citizen services delivered by public sector organizations across all domains. **Responsibilities:** + Work with large, complex data sets. + Apply advanced analytics methods to bring insights from data. + Develop easy to understand financial reports. + Identify and implement metrics to measure business results and efficiency. + Create relevant dashboards, financial reports and operational KPIs to guide business decisions and inform on performance of programs and deals. + Create visual displays of quantitative information/insights. + Opex management including PO approval, cost tracking and reporting. + Create and manage FAQs to support recurring questions on expenses. + Create automated revenue and opex reporting with standard views. + Develop simple dashboards (Looker) to provide insights into revenue trends and opex spend. + Other ad-hoc requests including investment trackers, slide deck creation, etc. **Experience (Mandatory):** + 6+ years relevant experience in FP&A or similar field. + Experience in the Public Sector or in Government. + FPA Experience in - Budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis across Revenue, Opex and Headcount. + Knowledge of accounting and core finance processes together with knowledge of finance systems (i.e. SAP BPC, Anaplan). + Technical skills - Ability to query databases via PLX, SQL, etc to access and render data in reports and dashboards (Looker). + Reporting skills - Ability to automate reporting and provide meaningful views of data for decision making. + Collaborative and team oriented, self-starter - able to learn fast, get things done, and build relationships across the team. **Experience (Desired):** + Previous experience in a Go-To-Market finance role supporting revenue forecasting and analytics. **Skills:** + Financial Analysis + Budget Analysis + SQL + Dashboarding + Public Sector or Government **Education:** + BA/BS degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or other quantitative field. **About US Tech Solutions:** US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit *********************** . US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.